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  • Makes about 2 cups
  • Serving size: 2 Tbsp.
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Tip: Include some cilantro stems along with the leaves for the boldest flavor. Or improvise by substituting other fresh herbs for the cilantro: basil, parsley, or mint all make a lively dressing.

By John McDougall, MD,

Ingredients

  • 1 package (12.3 ounces) silken tofu, drained in a fine-mesh strainer
  • ½ cup rice wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, crushed or minced
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • Combine the tofu, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic in a blender or food processor, and purée until smooth.
  • Add the cilantro, and process again just until the cilantro is chopped.
  • Pour the dressing into a jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 5 days.
Nutritional Information:

Per serving (2 Tbsp.): 18 calories, 0.7 g carbohydrates, 2 g protein, 0.8 g total fat, 0.1 g saturated fat, 0 g cholesterol, 146 mg sodium, 0.1 g fiber, 0.2 g sugar

Note: Nutritional information is provided as an estimate only.

Comments (9)

(5 from 6 votes)

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Mia

Can extra firm tofu be substituted if I don’t have silken tofu on hand?

Rhonda

I thought I had cilantro and was really looking forward to this but I had parsley. Just as well..... this came out excellent!!!! I know I will love this with cilantro and now I know I love it with parsley too!

Lainey

This is fantastic recipe! We love creamy dressings!!! Thank you for always adding new ideas and recipes!!!

Mango

Wow! This dressing was amazing! I've used it to elevate Mexican bowls, as dip with homemade potato wedges and on veggies. Definitely recommend trying this. As another reviewer said, it makes quite a lot.

Marie

I made this recipe and am afraid that I would not be able to finish this in 5 days. If I froze it, would it extend the life of the dressing?

Scott

Did you find out if it freezes?

Cpamom

Delicious but a little on the salty side. Would make a great dressing for a Mexican salad or burrito bowl or even dipping sauce for pita chips. The possibilities are endless. Thank you for sharing!

Fee Gill

I just put all ingredients into a vitamix for a low calorie light green dressing that was delicious and took 5 mins to make. V yummy!

Fee

I just through it all into a vitamix for a bright green dressing that was so yummy and low calorie

About the Author

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About the Author

John McDougall, MD

Dr. John McDougall is medical director of the McDougall Program, a life-saving medical program that has been reversing and healing chronic illness for 35 years. Dr. McDougall uses a low-fat, starch-based diet that results in dramatic health benefits and can reverse serious illness, such as heart disease, without drugs. He is co-author of The Healthiest Diet on the PlanetThe Starch Solution, and McDougall Quick and Easy, and author of The McDougall Program and many other books. Visit DrMcDougall.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram for more information.
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